Econ-o-Shim - 2" Horseshoe Plastic Shim (50 Pack) - (Select Thickness)
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Econ-o-Shim 2" Horseshoe Plastic Shim, 50 Pack
A rigid horseshoe-shaped plastic shim, 1-1/2 in. x 2 in., sold 50 to a pack by thickness. The open horseshoe slot lets the shim slide around a fastener already driven, useful for shimming after the anchor is set.
Unlike wood, plastic shims won't compress, split or rot under load, which matters at a window or door where the gap has to hold its size for the life of the install.
Features and Common Uses
- Rigid plastic horseshoe shim, 1-1/2 in. x 2 in., won't compress or rot
- Open U-slot slides around an already-driven fastener
- Sold by thickness, 50 shims per pack
- Common in window, door, curtainwall and storefront installation
Commonly used for:
- Levelling and plumbing window and door frames
- Shimming storefront and curtainwall framing
- Any gap that needs a non-compressing, moisture-proof shim
Specifications
| Shape | Horseshoe (U-slot) |
|---|---|
| Size | 1-1/2 in. x 2 in. |
| Material | Rigid plastic |
| Thicknesses | 1/16 in., 1/8 in., 1/4 in. |
| Pack Quantity | 50 per pack |
Thickness per model code is confirmed against C.R. Laurence's own PHS-series horseshoe shim table (PHS4 = 1/4 in., PHS6 = 1/16 in., PHS8 = 1/8 in., at this 1-1/2 x 2 in. size); this exact retail pack size and brand pairing was not independently confirmed on a manufacturer's own site. Source: CRL Plastic Horseshoe Shims PHS Series listing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why a horseshoe shape instead of a solid shim?
The open slot lets you slide the shim around a fastener that's already driven, so you can add or adjust shims without pulling the screw.
Which thickness do I need?
Use the thinnest shim, or stack thin shims, that closes the gap without over-compressing the frame; 1/8 in. covers most standard window and door gaps.